| Course Name |
Fashion Fundamentals |
| Course Provider |
Letterkenny Institute of Technology |
| Course Code |
85055 (Assigned by Qualifax. Not an official code) |
| Course Type |
Lifelong Learning |
| Qualifications |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
| Minor Certificate (Level 6 NFQ)
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Minor |
Letterkenny Institute of Technology |
Level 6 NFQ |
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| Apply To |
Course provider |
| Attendance Options |
Part time, Evening |
| Location (Districts) |
Letterkenny |
| Enrolment and Start Dates Comment |
Proposed Commencement Date(s) September (annually) |
| Duration |
24 weeks,
1 evening x 2hrs x two 12-week semesters |
| Course Fee |
€350
€175 (per semester) |
| Entry Requirements |
Minimum Entry Requirements
This programme is a hands on studio-based course that requires no previous artistic experience. However enthusiasm and passion for fashion are a must. Basic computer skills are required. |
| Course Content |
Expand+Is this Course for You?
Fashion Fundamentals will appeal to all those interested in fashion and style and who have a desire to learn the basics of the fashion industry.
The classes include Irish fashion, fashion history, technical design, susta...
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Fashion Fundamentals will appeal to all those interested in fashion and style and who have a desire to learn the basics of the fashion industry.
The classes include Irish fashion, fashion history, technical design, sustainable fashion, illustration, retail buying, store planning & much more. With Donegal once being a leading hub of tweed manufacturing, this course aims to showcase the potential the students have within the county, the country & the international market.
Students on this programme have gone from being novice’s to near experts within weeks. The mix of students was varied. Like the industry itself, students of all ages, backgrounds & ability worked together on projects that showcased them individually and as a team.
Learning Outcomes On successful completion of this Programme the learner will be able to:
Competently carry out fashion design projects
Demonstrate an understanding and knowledge of the technical processes in the production of fashion design projects.
Apply design methods in all stages of project work
Produce original designs and work with a wide range of materials
Demonstrate an ability to work independently and perform effectively in working groups, contributing from a range of skill sets
Recognise how the fashion industry operates in business terms
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| Subjects Taught |
What will I study?
Year/Semester Modules No of credits Class hours per week 1/1 Foundations in Fashion 1: Design & Merchandising 5 2 1/2 Foundations in Fashion 2: The Sustainable Past 5 2 |
| Further Enquiries |
For Further Information:
Contact: Anne Brennan, Life Long Learning, Letterkenny Institute of Technology by
E- Mail: anne.brennan@lyit.ie
Telephone: (074) 9186175
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| Course Web Page |
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